Real Dictators General Videla Part 2: Mr Clean’s Dirty War
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Nov 6, 2024 Guests Ernesto Seman and Edward Brudney dive deep into the dark era of General Videla’s regime in Argentina. Seman shares chilling insights about the oppressive measures and torture centers that marked the Dirty War. Brudney offers context around the coup, highlighting the surprising public support for military rule despite its brutal tactics. The episode vividly paints a picture of cultural repression and the fight for justice against a backdrop of international indifference, exposing the horrific reality faced by countless families.
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Subway Abduction
- In Buenos Aires, a woman was apprehended by plainclothes police officers in a subway station.
- This exemplified the junta's war against perceived subversives.
Isabel Perón's Arrest
- After the coup, Isabel Perón was placed under house arrest and tried for corruption.
- She attempted suicide but was revived and later exiled to Spain.
Coup's Initial Perception
- Videla's coup was seen as well-executed and civilized, with power split between three leaders.
- Despite promises of shared leadership, Videla's control solidified through martial law and surveillance.